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Oct 2023
8m 36s

#78: RIP Bulking

Arnold's Pump Club
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Have you ever tried to build muscle by "bulking?" New research suggests you might be doing it all wrong. On this episode, Arnold explores the age-old method of gaining mass, and why the typical dietary approach might be leading you down a deceptive path. Arnold also shares thoughts on his legacy, a new study about how your gut influences depression, and a study that explains why women battling cravings during their cycle.

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